The Man Who Fell to Earth

Overview

Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technology to create profitable inventions. While developing a method to transport water, Thomas meets Mary-Lou, a quiet hotel clerk, and begins to fall in love with her. Just as he is ready to leave Earth, Thomas is intercepted by the U.S. government, and his entire plan is threatened.

Movie details

Release date

1976

Runtime

2h 19m

Genres

Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy

Status

Released

Original language

EN

Country

United Kingdom, Netherlands Antilles

Director

Nicolas Roeg

Production

British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij

Budget

$1,500,000

Cast

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey

Peters